Kant"s Critique of Pure Reason is arguably the single most important work in western philosophy. The book introduces and assesses: * Kant"s life and background of the Critique of Pure Reason * the ideas and text of the Critique of Pure Reason * the continuing relevance of Kant"s work to contemporary philosophy. Ideal for anyone coming to Kant"s thought for the first time. This guide will be vital reading for all students of Kant in philosophy.